📘Bound by Belief | The Light We Carry | A Motivational Story of a Woman’s Journey to Find Herself by Shivi Sethi

BOOK DETAILS : 

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Srishti Publishers & Distributors; First Edition (10 December 2025); Srishti Publishers & Distributors, a unit of AJR Publishing LLP, 212-A, Peacock Lane, Shahpur Jat, New Delhi-110049, India, Contact No-011-41751981, sales@srishtipublishers.com
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 168 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9364113268
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9364113267

ABOUT THE AUTHOR : 

Shivi Sethi is a practicing lawyer and a storyteller by instinct, drawn to the quiet intersections where belief, memory, and human emotion meet. A lifelong reader, she has always been fascinated by how individuals interpret their experiences and the subtle truths that shape their choices. Writing became her way to explore these inner landscapes with depth, clarity, and empathy.

Her debut novel, Bound by Belief, reflects this pursuit—bringing together layered characters, moral tension, and the invisible forces that bind people to their own narratives. Shivi writes to understand rather than to judge, often examining how perception and belief can alter the trajectory of a life. The book is lovingly dedicated to her two children, whose resilience, imagination, and quiet curiosity continue to inspire her work.

Beyond writing, Shivi is the founder of Tinyville Clubhouse, a library and early learning centre dedicated to nurturing the habit of reading in children. Her belief in the transformative power of stories guides both her creative work and her educational efforts.

She lives in New Delhi, where she continues to read, reflect, and write stories that invite readers to look inward long after the final page.

BOOK REVIEW :

Some books don’t announce themselves loudly—they wait. They sit quietly on your shelf, carrying a pulse, until the moment you’re ready to hear it. Bound by Belief  is exactly that kind of book.

Shivi Sethi weaves a deeply introspective contemporary tale that blurs the line between story and soul-searching. At the surface, it is Rose’s experience of reading the intertwined journey of Aara and Vaani—two souls, one path. But beneath that narrative lies something far more intimate: a mirror held gently in front of the reader.

This novel unfolds through memories, hidden truths, and symbolic storytelling, creating a layered reading experience. As forgotten names and unspoken promises resurface, the story asks quiet but powerful questions: Who are we beneath our fears? What happens when we surrender instead of resist? The prose is soft yet purposeful, making you pause; not because it’s difficult, but because it feels personal.

What stands out most is the book’s belief system. It doesn’t preach motivation; it invites reflection. The idea that strength is built, not inherited. That magic meets those who dare to believe. That answers often live within us long before we search for them outside. Through Aara and Vaani’s journey, the author gently reminds us that we are exactly where we’re meant to be, if only we trust the process.

There’s a spiritual undercurrent to the narrative, but it remains grounded and relatable. The story beautifully captures how purpose transforms not just an individual life, but the world around them. It’s about finding light; even when you forget you’re carrying it.

“Bound by Belief” is not a book you rush through. It’s one you feel your way through. Perfect for readers who enjoy soul-led fiction, self-discovery narratives, and stories that linger long after the final page.

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